CVE-2022-21849
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 6.24%
Last modified
CVE-2022-21849 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Internet Key Exchange (IKE) Protocol Extensions Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 6.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Internet Key Exchange (IKE) Protocol Extensions Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 20h2 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 21h1 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 21h2 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1607 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1809 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1909 |
| Microsoft | Windows 11 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server | 20h2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server | 2022 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21849?
Windows Internet Key Exchange (IKE) Protocol Extensions Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2022-21849?
CVE-2022-21849 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 6.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21849?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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Are you affected by CVE-2022-21849?
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